CAPM Practice Questions: Project Management Fundamentals and Core Concepts Domain

Correct Answer: B

Explanation: Stakeholder communication needs (Option B) are the most important factor when determining communication frequency, ensuring all stakeholders receive timely and relevant information. The project budget (Option A) and timeline (Option C) are considerations but secondary to stakeholder needs. Availability of communication tools (Option D) is logistical and should not dictate frequency. PMBOK® 7th Edition emphasizes tailoring communications to stakeholder needs.

Correct Answer: B

Explanation: The Responsibility Assignment Matrix (RAM) is used to define the roles and responsibilities of project team members. The Project Charter (A) outlines the project objectives and high-level roles but not detailed responsibilities. The Project Scope Statement (C) defines the project scope, not roles. The Risk Register (D) is used to track risks, not roles and responsibilities.

Correct Answer: B

Explanation: The 'Project Charter' formally authorizes a project and grants authority to the project manager. The 'Project Management Plan' details how the project will be executed, the 'Statement of Work' describes deliverables, and the 'Business Case' justifies the project. PMBOK® 7th Edition defines these documents.

Correct Answer: B

Explanation: A key characteristic of a project is that it produces a unique product, service, or result, as per PMBOK® 7th Edition. Projects are temporary endeavors (A and D are incorrect), and they are not ongoing and repetitive (C), which describes operations, not projects.

Correct Answer: B

Explanation: The correct answer is B. A project charter formally authorizes a project and provides the project manager with the authority to apply organizational resources to project activities. Option A is incorrect because the project schedule is detailed in the project management plan. Option C is part of the project management plan, not the charter. Option D is incorrect as risk listing is part of risk management planning. (PMBOK® 7th Edition, Chapter on Project Integration Management)

Correct Answer: B

Explanation: The correct answer is B. The project sponsor provides resources and support and is accountable for enabling success, as described in PMBOK® 7th Edition. Option A is the project manager's role. Option C is incorrect because team development is primarily the project manager's responsibility. Option D is incorrect because scheduling is part of project planning, typically led by the project manager.

Correct Answer: B

Explanation: The project charter formally authorizes the project and gives the project manager authority to apply resources, as per PMBOK® Guide 7th Edition. Option A is incorrect as detailed requirements are part of the scope statement. Option C relates to project control and monitoring, not the charter. Option D is incorrect because while the charter may include high-level budget information, its primary purpose is authorization.

Correct Answer: B

Explanation: Option B is correct as conducting a root cause analysis helps identify the underlying issues causing the delay. Option A is incorrect as it addresses the symptom rather than the cause. Option C is premature without understanding the issue. Option D may not resolve the underlying problem. Refer to PMBOK® 7th Edition, Schedule Management.

Correct Answer: C

Explanation: The primary benefit of a WBS (C) is breaking down the project into manageable components, facilitating better planning and control. Identifying risks (A), scheduling (B), and stakeholder identification (D) are separate project management activities.

Correct Answer: B

Explanation: The correct answer is B. The project sponsor provides resources and support, and ensures alignment with business objectives (PMBOK® 7th Edition, Chapter on Stakeholder Performance Domain). Option A is incorrect because managing day-to-day activities is the project manager's role. Option C is incorrect because executing tasks is typically the role of team members. Option D is incorrect because creating the schedule and budget is part of the project manager's responsibilities.